Free online PTS to LAZ converter
Convert scanner point clouds from PTS text files to compressed, LAS-compatible LAZ files.
PTS to LAZ
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How to convert pts to laz file
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Laser-scanning workflows often produce PTS point clouds, while mapping, modeling, and long-term storage tools may require the smaller LAZ format. Converting the scan lets those tools use a compressed LAS-compatible point cloud without keeping the source as a large text file.
What the PTS format is
PTS is a text-based point-cloud format used to exchange 3D scanner data. Files commonly contain a point count followed by coordinates and optional values such as intensity or RGB color; the exact layout can vary. Leica Cyclone and other scanning or point-cloud applications can create or export PTS files.
What the LAZ format is
LAZ is the compressed form of LAS, a widely supported format for lidar and other 3D point clouds. Its compression is lossless, so it reduces storage and transfer size while retaining the LAS point records and their supported attributes.
How to convert PTS to LAZ
Online on 101convert.com
- Choose the PTS file or files and upload them on the converter page. Multiple files can be processed as a batch; the page shows the per-file size limit.
- Select LAZ as the output format and start the conversion.
- Download the converted LAZ file or files.
Offline with desktop software
PDAL is free, open-source software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Install a build with PTS reader and LAZ compression support, then run:
pdal translate scan.pts scan.laz writers.las --writers.las.compression=true
Replace scan.pts with the source filename and scan.laz with the desired output name. The command reads the PTS point cloud and writes compressed LAS data in LAZ form.
Quality and compatibility
LAZ compression does not itself reduce point accuracy, but conversion writes coordinates using LAS coordinate scales, which can quantize values. Check the output scale if your workflow requires fine coordinate precision. PTS files may not identify a coordinate reference system; conversion cannot reliably infer one, so assign a CRS only when you know the source coordinates’ reference system. Compare point counts and available color or intensity attributes after conversion, since PTS layouts differ and not every file contains the same fields.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the PTS to LAZ converter free?
Yes, converting PTS to LAZ on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my PTS file be?
You can upload PTS files up to 30 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 500 MB per file and 5 files at once, see our plans.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert PTS to LAZ?
No. The PTS to LAZ conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid PTS file for this PTS to LAZ conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.